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Pacing and handshaking are not supported on captive screw connectors.

All of the bidirectional serial ports are completely software configurable. Baud rates can be set up to 115Kbs. Using the Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands found in the Command/ Response Table for Simple Instruction Set later in this chapter, these ports can be configured to control most serial devices. Once a port is configured and properly cabled to the controlled device, serial commands can be issued to the port from a Web page, Telnet connection, or by using the advanced scripting capability built into the IP Link product family.

Communication with the Interface

Web server

The on-board Web server is displayed as a set of default Web pages which can be accessed via a Web browser. These pages are the primary means of communication with, and control through, the IPL T interface. Web browsers such as Netscape Navigator (version 6.0 or higher), or Internet Explorer (version

5.5or higher) can be used, but if using Internet Explorer, you must also have Microsoft Script (version 5.6 or higher).

The PC used to access the Web server must have a connection in common with the IPL T interface. In other words, both the unit and the PC should be connected to your local intranet or the Internet.

If you have established passwords for the interface, you will be shown a Password window when your browser accesses the IPL T unit (but not when you initially access the Web server, since no passwords have been established). Your level of control over the interface will depend on the password you enter in this password screen. If you enter the administrator’s password, you will have control of all matters of configuration. If you enter a user password, you will be restricted to control of A/V devices and viewing status.

Accessing and using the Web server

Logon and system status

1.Double click the Web browser icon on your Windows desktop to launch your Web browser.

2.Enter the IP address of the unit (see IPL T interface configuration in chapter 3) in the address field at the top of the screen and press the Enter key. The Password window (figure 4-8) is displayed if a password has been set (this

will not happen the first time you access the interface, as no password is set at the factory).

Figure 4-8 — Web server Password window

3.The System Status page (figure 4-9) is displayed, showing the current IP and port settings of the unit.

Figure 4-9 — Web server System Status screen

Establishing or changing system or port settings

The System Settings screen is used to initially configure or change configuration of the IPL T interface. You may be required to change system settings if your network changes, or if port settings change as you add or change display devices or switchers.

To configure system or port settings:

1.Select the Configuration tab and the System Settings screen (figure 4-10) is displayed.

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Contents USA IP Link ToolsPrecautions Extron’s WarrantyFCC Class a Notice Under Desk Projector Mount Quick Start Guide IPL T SF24 and SFI244Table of Contents Table of Contents, cont’d One IntroductionIPL T SF24 and SFI244 Introduction FeaturesAbout this Manual About the IPL T SF24 and SFI244 InterfacesEasily configured and controlled Installation and OperationTwo Introduction, cont’dInstallation Overview Installation and OperationIPL T SF24 and IPL T SFI244 Installation and Operation Mounting the IPL T InterfaceRear Panel Features and Cabling Installation and Operation, cont’dPower Furniture or projector mountingSerial communication Ethernet/LANFront panel indicators OperationIdentification Resetting the unit Three Connection and ConfigurationConnecting the Hardware Connection and Configuration, cont’dSerial connection Ethernet connectionPC configuration Configuring the HardwareIPL T interface configuration Flex I/O connectionConfiguring the IPL T using direct PC connection Arp -s 10.13.170.15 00-05-A6-00-0A-90Ping Firmware upgrades Connection and Configuration, cont’d Four Communication and ControlPorts Overview Communication and Control, cont’dFlex I/O ports Digital inputBidirectional serial control interface ports Digital outputAnalog input Establishing or changing system or port settings Accessing and using the Web server Logon and system statusCommunication with the Interface Web serverControlling IR devices or sending IR commands SFI244 only 10 Web server System Settings screenSetting and changing your passwords Communication and Control, cont’dEditing and adding e-mail alerts Esc 4 SM Sending an e-mail alert through TelnetUpgrading the firmware Managing filesCreating a driver with the IR Learner software IR Learning SFI244 onlyProgrammer’s Guide for the Telnet and Web browser Using the command/response tableSymbol definitions Copyright information Password informationError responses 28 = Commands that may give E28 file not foundBidirectional Serial Data port Flex I/O Data portIP Setup Commands IR/Serial Data port SFI244 onlyFirmware Version/Part Number/Information Re-map port designations File CommandsWeb Browser Specific MailCommunication and Control, cont’d Customization Reset ZAP/Erase CommandsServer side includes ControlQuery string Code examplesExample 26c Browser view 28a Html source code using a query string 30b Browser view Href=index.html?cmd=W1*1*15*0irPlay/aURL encoding Reserved charactersUnsafe characters Communication and Control, cont’d Device Control Direct port access ports 2001 throughCustom Web pages Telnet PortPower connections TroubleshootingPort redirect Data connectionsAAppendix a Specifications, Part Numbers AccessoriesSpecifications Glossary AppendixBBParts Included partsGlossary GlossaryGlossary, cont’d
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